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SOVEREIGN TRACKING SYSTEMS LCC 1108 Industrial Parkway Brick, NJ 08742 732-836-3400 732-836-9899 www.sovtechcorp.com

Paltrack ATS Installation Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction (1) Cable Installation (1 – 2) Materials (1) Restrictions (2) Procedure (2) Transceiver Installation (3 – 5) Materials (3) Restrictions (3) Procedure (3 – 5) Server Installation (5 – 6) Materials (5) Restrictions (5) Procedure (6) Calibration Instructions (7 – 9) Long Range / Full Triangulation (7 – 8) Short Range (8 – 9) Figure 1 – continuous branch configuration (10) Figure 2 – split branch configuration (10) Figure 3 – system configuration (11) Figure 4 – transceiver (12) Figure 5 – removed cover (13) Figure 6 – power / data interface (14) Figure 7 – master transceiver (15) Figure 8 – converter (16)

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ATS (Asset Tracking System) Installation Procedures

Prior to installation, SovTrack licensed installers must perform a site survey to

determine proper routing and placement of Transceivers, Power Supplies, and

Servers.

Cabling diagrams will be provided by SovTrack and must be stringently adhered to.

SovTrack recommends that all restrictions regarding the installation of all cables

such as ANSI cabling regulations and any additional restrictions warranted by the

facility’s project manager be adhered to.

This manual covers the following components:

• Cable Installation.

• Transceiver Installation.

• Server Installation.

• Calibration Instructions.

I. Cable Installation

A. Materials

1. 16 AWG 2-conductor twisted and shielded cable.

• Power Supply cable.

2. 22 AWG 2-conductor twisted and shielded cable.

• RS485 Data Interface cable.

3. Category 5 UTP cable.

• LAN Interface cable.

4. Wire Stripper/Cutter.

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B. Restrictions

1. On a single branch, Power Supply cabling must not exceed a total of 1500 feet

from Power Supply location to last Transceiver location.

• Should the total exceed the maximum restriction of 1500 feet but less

than 3000 feet, a Split Branch Configuration is required.

o Single Branch Configuration – see Figure 1. o Split Branch Configuration – see Figure 2.

o Refer to Appendix B for Master Transceiver Split instructions.

• Install Power Supply in nearest Communication Closet when necessary.

2. RS485 Data cabling must not exceed a total of 3500 feet from the Converter or

Master Transceiver to the last Transceiver location.

• Should the total exceed the maximum restriction of 3500 feet, a

RS485-RS485 repeater is required – see Figure 9.

o Refer to Appendix A for Repeater Data Sheet.

• Install Repeater in nearest Communication Closet when necessary

3. Category 5 UTP cable must not exceed a total of 330 feet.

• Should the total exceed the maximum restriction of 330 feet, a repeater

is required. C. Procedure

1. Each Transceiver is wired in parallel to each other with Power Supply and RS485

Data cabling.

• SovTrack does not recommend splicing RS485 Data cable.

2. A Service Loop of ten (10) feet should be at each Transceiver location.

3. RS485 Data cable is branched from the First Transceiver location with a fifteen

(15) foot Service Loop at the Paltrack Server location. 4. Cabling should be installed covertly above drop ceilings whenever necessary.

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5. Refer to Figure 3 for System Configuration Diagram.

II. Transceiver Installation

A. Materials

1. Wire Strippers/Cutter.

2. #1 and #2 Phillips Head Screw Driver. 3. Small Slotted Screw Driver. 4. Long Nose Pliers. 5. 1-1/16” Open End Wrench or 2” Adjustable Wrench. 6. Mounting Hardware.

B. Restrictions

1. SovTrack recommends only licensed and trained installers attempt this point of

installation.

2. Transceivers and/or Active Antennae must be free from surrounding RF

Radiating Devices such as plumbing, heating and air-conditioning ventilation, or

any ductwork and/or cable trays etc…

3. Transceivers and/or Active Antennae must not be attached to metal.

C. Procedure

1. Fasten Transceiver Enclosure to wall.

• With #2 Phillips Head Screw Driver, fasten screws through four mounting

holes located on side tabs of enclosure.

2. Remove Transceiver Cover.

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• With # 1 Phillips Head Screw Driver, remove four screws located on

Cover of Transceiver (see Figure 4 – transceiver).

• Take care not to unplug the cover from Transceiver PC Board (see Figure 5 – removed cover).

3. Set Transceiver ID.

• Using chart 1 (DIP switch settings) attached and slotted screwdriver.

4. Set Range.

• Set slide switch to proper range setting [SR (short range) / LR (long

range)].

5. Install Power Interface.

• Feed Power Supply cable through Strain Relief located on side of

Transceiver Enclosure. Loosen the Hex Nut as needed.

• Remove Terminal Block Header from 8-Position Connector.

• Using a slotted screwdriver attach Power Supply Ground (black) and

cable shield to Position 1 of Terminal Block Header.

• Using a slotted screwdriver attach Power Supply Positive (white or red) to

Position 2 of Terminal Block Header.

• Note proper connections on Figure 6 – power / data interface attached.

6. Install RS485 Data Interface.

• Feed RS485 Data cable through Strain Relief located on side of

Transceiver Enclosure. Loosen the Hex Nut as needed.

• Using a slotted screwdriver attach RS485 Data cable shield to Position 6

of Terminal Block Header.

• Using a slotted screwdriver attach RS485 Data cable “B” (black) to

Position 7 of Terminal Block Header.

• Using a slotted screwdriver attach RS485 Data cable “A” (white or red) to

Position 8 of Terminal Block Header.

• Note proper connections on Figure 6 – power / data interface attached.

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7. Reinstall Transceiver Cover.

• Reverse process outlined in 2.

8. Attach Active Antenna.

• SovTrack recommends only licensed and trained installers attempt this

point of installation.

• Using a #2 Phillips Head Screw Driver, attach Active Antenna with

screws through two mounting holes located on side tabs of enclosure.

• Active Antenna Whip must be screwed-in tightly.

• Cable connection must be tightly secure and away from any metal.

• With 1-1/16” Open End Wrench or 2” Adjustable Wrench Tighten

Transceiver Strain Relief Hex Nut.

III. Server Installation

A. Materials

1. Paltrack Server PC.

2. Master Transceiver or RS323 – RS485 Converter and 12-24Vdc Power Supply.

3. Server UPS.

4. Power Supply UPS.

5. Additional PC(s) – as needed.

6. Network Hub – as needed.

B. Restrictions

1. Paltrack Server and associated PC(s) will contain the following:

• Customized Paltrack Software.

• Blueprint Bitmaps.

• Transceiver Icons.

• Multi-port Digicard.

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C. Procedure

1. Remove Server from boxes and place on flat surface.

2. Assemble Server.

3. Connect Server and Power Supply connections to UPS – if provided.

4. Connect Ethernet LAN and Facility LAN connections. Use Ethernet HUB if more

than one PC are used.

o It is assumed that LAN interface cabling has been routed and RJ45

connectors are attached.

5. Using Serial Cable(s) provided, connect Master Transceiver(s) or RS232 –

RS485 Converter(s) to Multi-port Serial Digicard.

• One for each branch run.

• If connecting to a Split Branch Configuration, make sure the proper

RS232 Serial Connection is made from the Server to the RS232 – RS485

Converter Module.

5. Before making Power and/or RS485 Data connections to the system, do the

following:

• With an Ohmmeter, check resistance between Power cable Ground /

shield and Positive Power. Rework all Power connections if a very low

resistance reading.

• With an Ohmmeter, check resistance between RS485 “A”, RS485 “B” and

RS485 Data cable shield. Rework all RS485 Data connections if a very

low resistance reading.

• Each branch run should be individually checked and in respects to each

other.

6. Make appropriate Serial Connections from each branch to their perspective

Master Transceiver / RS232 – RS485 Converter Module.

• If connection is to Master Transceiver – Refer to Figure 7 for details.

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• If connection is to RS232 – RS485 Converter Module – refer to Figure 8

for details.

7. Apply Power to the system. Refer to users manual for system operation.

IV. Calibration Instructions

A. Materials

1. Operating Paltrack system.

2. Transmitter.

B. Restrictions

1. Two people are required for this operation.

C. Procedure

1. Long Range / Full Triangulation

• Power-up the Paltrack Server and activate the Paltrack Software.

• Verify that the Transmitter ID has been entered onto the system via the

data manager. Refer to users manual for assistance.

• Activate the transmitter by pressing the switch located on the bottom of

enclosure or attaching the transmitter on the device to be tracked.

• Place the activated transmitter in motion and note the activated yellow

LED on the Transceiver.

o Should the red LED activate during this process, check the range

switch for the proper setting.

• Click on the Paltrack Real-Time Monitoring Server located in the

Windows Task bar.

• Select Range from the Calibrate menu. A dialog box will be displayed to

allow data entry.

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• Select the Transceiver to calibrate from the drop-down box.

• Enter the Transmitter ID.

• Enter 2 for first distance.

• Enter 50 for second distance.

• Click OK.

• A message will prompt the user to move the transmitter to two feet. Click

OK after the transmitter is positioned.

o Transmitter must be activated and transmitting data.

o Transmits may be forced by gently tapping or rocking the transmitter.

• A second message will prompt the user to move the transmitter fifty feet.

Click OK after the transmitter is positioned.

o Transmitter must be activated and transmitting.

o Transmits may be forced by gently tapping or rocking the transmitter.

• Click YES if user is satisfied that the calibration was successfully done.

• Repeat process as needed for each transceiver.

2. Short Range Calibration

• Power-up the Paltrack Server and activate the Paltrack Software.

• Verify that the Transmitter ID has been entered onto the system via the

data manager. Refer to users manual for assistance.

• Activate the transmitter by pressing the switch located on the bottom of

enclosure or attaching the transmitter on the device to be tracked.

• Place the activated transmitter in motion and note the activated yellow

LED on the Transceiver.

o The red LED may activate during this process.

• Click on the Paltrack Real-Time Monitoring Server located in the

Windows Task bar.

• Select Test from the Calibrate menu. A dialog box will be displayed to

allow data entry.

• Select the Transceiver to calibrate from the drop-down box.

• Click OK.

• Move the activated transmitter to begin detection range.

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o This is the maximum distance from the transceiver of which detection

is indicated.

• Force transmits by gently tapping or rocking the transmitter.

• With the trimmer tool provided, trim the Range adjustment knob located

on the cover of the transceiver. CCW will increase the range indicator

while a CW trim will decrease range indicator.

• Increase the Range adjustment until the red indicator is flashing with

every receipt of transmitter data.

o If the Range adjustment is turned CCW 11 turns and the red indicator

is not responding to transmitted data, check the range switch setting.

• Decrease the Range adjustment until the red indicator stops flashing.

• Increase the Range adjustment by ¼ turn.

• For a fine adjustment, place the activated transmitter three (3) feet

greater than the desired range and make a Range adjustment until the

red indicator just stops flashing during data transmissions.

• Repeat the above for each transceiver.

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Figure 1 – continuous branch configuration

Figure 2 – split branch configuration

1500 feet

Trx Trx Trx Trx Trx

PC

RS232 – RS485 Converter

24V Power Supply

* may be included in some packages

Trx

1500 feet 1500 feet

Trx Trx Trx

V Power Supply

Trx Trx Trx

RS485 Interface Module

Converter PC

Master Transceiver

See Appendix B for Master Transceiver Split

Deleted: 24

Deleted: RS232 –

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Figure 3 – system configuration

Trx Trx Trx Trx

Trx Trx Trx Trx

Trx Trx Trx Trx

PC

PC

PC

Converter

Converter

Converter

24V Power Supply

24V Power Supply

24V Power Supply

Master Transceiver

RS232

RS485

+24Vdc

RS485

+24Vdc

RS485

+24Vdc

Ethernet LAN

32 Trx max

32 Trx max

32 Trx max

Facility LAN

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Figure 4 – Transceiver

Cover Mounting Screw

Strain Relief

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Figure 5 – removed cover

Cover Removed

DIP Switch - (set ID)

Range Switch

Power / Data Interface

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Figure 6 – power / data interface

Close-up of Interface Terminal Block

Position 1 Position 8

Ground + Shield

RS485 “A”

RS485 “B”

Data Cable Ground Positive Power

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Figure 7 – master transceiver

Close-up of Power / RS485 Interface

+24Vdc Output

Power Ground + Shield RS485 “A”

RS485 “B”

RS232 Serial Interface

Power / RS485 Interface

AC Power Input

RS232 Serial Cable Pin-put Pin 2 TXD Pin 3 RXD Pin 5 GND

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Figure 8 – RS232 to RS485 Converter Module

DB25F – Female Connection RS232 Interface

DB25M – Male Connection RS485 Interface

DB25M – Male Connector RS485 Pin-out

Pin 2 RS485 Data “B” Pin 7 Data Cable Shield Pin 12 GND Pin 14 RS485 Data “A” Pin 25 +24Vdc

DB25F – Female Connector RS232 Pin-out

Pin 2 RXD Pin 3 TXD Pin 7 GND

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Figure 9 – RS485 Repeater Configuration

Jump A(-) and B(+) both sides

Shield is SIG. GND. Connection both sides

Warning: Assure proper polarization

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Appendix A – RS485 – RS485 Repeater Data Sheet

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Appendix B – Master Transceiver Split Configuration 1) Introduction: Methodology on split configuration applies only to Master Transceiver 33102-0998 or

models that contain a RS232 – RS485 Converter Module. The purpose of the split is to remedy the maximum linear foot cable restrictions between Power Supply and RS232 data communications protocol. In regards to the Power Supply, the maximum linear foot restriction is not to exceed 1500 feet. After which a spit configuration must be performed to a lot another 1500 feet for a total of 3000 feet. In addition, the maximum linear foot restriction for RS232 and RS232C data communications cable is not to exceed 10 feet. In result, a split configuration must be performed whenever the Power Supply is located greater than 10 feet from the Paltrack Server.

2) Requirements: The necessary materials needed to perform a Master Transceiver split configuration

is as follows:

a) Master Transceiver 33102-0998 or equivalent containing a RS232 – RS485 Converter Module. b) RS485 Converter Module enclosure. c) RS232 Data Communications cable. d) Power Supply and cable(s). e) Small blade slotted screwdriver. f) Large blade slotted screwdriver. g) # 1 Phillips screwdriver. h) Wire Cutters. i) Wire Strippers. j) Tape.

3) Procedure: Power Supply / Converter Module Split

a) With Large blade slotted or # 2 Phillips screwdriver, remove four lid screws on Master Transceiver and remove lid from the unit.

b) Locate and remove RS232 – RS485 Converter Module attached to side of Power Supply

enclosure. The Converter Module will be attached with double face adhesive.

c) Detach both D – Sub connectors from the Converter Module and remove Converter from the Power Supply.

d) Cut the DB25M (25 pin male D – Sub) connector from the cable inside the Power Supply

enclosure. If unwarranted, this may be discarded or returned to the manufacture

e) Remove the remaining RS232 Cable from the Power Supply by carefully pulling on the cable located outside the Power Supply enclosure. This is the cable with the DB09F (9 pin female D – Sub) connector attached. If unwarranted, this may be discarded or returned to the manufacture.

f) Wrap the DB25F (25 pin female D – Sub) connector located inside the Power Supply enclosure

with electrical tape. Do not attempt to remove or cut the cable.

g) Install and secure Power Supply enclosure lid.

h) Power Supply is ready for installation.

i) Reference Figure B1

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4) Procedure: RS485 Converter Module assembly.

a) With a # 1 Phillips screwdriver, locate and remove four enclosure screws. b) If installed, push the RS232 cable through the strain relief to open enclosure.

c) Attach RS232 – RS485 Converter to each corresponding D – Sub connectors located inside the

Converter Module enclosure.

d) Secure D – Sub connectors to the Converter with nylon wire ties.

e) Through two large holes located on the enclosure PC Board, secure the Converter to PC Board with a nylon wire tie.

f) If not installed, feed RS232 Data Cable through open end of strain relief into the Converter

enclosure.

g) With wire strippers and small blade slotted screwdriver, strip open end of RS232 cable and install cable in following configuration:

i) Red wire to “TX” location. ii) Black wire to “RX” location.

iii) Green wire to “GND” location.

h) Feed RS485 Data Cable through open end of strain relief into the Converter enclosure. i) With wire strippers and small blade slotted screwdriver, strip open end of RS485 cable and install

cable in following configuration:

i) White / Red (user defined) to “A”.

ii) Blue / Black (user defined) to “B”.

iii) Cable Shield to “CG”.

j) It is installer discretion to secure RS232 and/or RS485 cables with cable clamps inside Converter enclosure.

k) Inspect and correct any loose, frayed or exposed wire or shielding. l) Assemble two haves of Converter enclosure and secure with same four screws.

m) Pull loose slack tighten strain relief.

n) Repeat entire process as needed.

o) Reference Figures B2 and B3

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5) Procedure: RS485 Converter Module installation.

a) Organize 485 Converter Module(s) within six feet from Paltrack Server multiple serial port. b) With Power Cable(s) provided, cascade power connections as needed.

i) RS485 Converters may be individually powered. ii) Can cascade up to eight RS485 Converters on a single Power Supply.

c) Install RS232 connections to Paltrack multiple serial port.

d) Wrap remaining RS232 cabling in an organized fashion and secure with wire tie(s).

e) Plug +24 Vdc Power Pack into nearest AC outlet.

f) Plug Power Pack into first cascaded Converter.

g) All power indicators will be activated.

h) Reference Figure B4.

Vdc In

Vdc Out

Vdc In

Vdc Out

Vdc In

Vdc Out

Vdc In

Vdc Out

Last unit is no

connection

Power Supply Input

Paltrack Multi-Port Serial Connection

Paltrack Server

RS232 Data Cable

System Outline Configuration with Cascading RS-485 Interface Modules connected to a multiple Serial Interface Adapter.

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Figure B1. Master Transceiver with RS232 – RS485 Converter

RS232 Data Cable includes the following: DB25M (male) connector (located within Master Transceiver enclosure). 6’ four conductor cable (located outside Master Transceiver enclosure). DB09F (female) connector (located outside Master Transceiver enclosure).

RS232 – RS485 Converter

RS232 Data Cable

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Figure B2. RS485 Converter Mounting Screws.

Enclosure Mounting Screw Location

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Figure B3. RS485 Converter Module Opened

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Figure B4. RS485 Module with Converter installed

A B CG GND RXD TXD

RS485 RS232 A - WHT / RED GND - GRN B - BLU / BLK RXD - BLK CG - SHIELD TXD - RED